As Honolulu eyes the future of its lush landscapes, locals are being called upon to share their two cents on the fate of its treasured green canopy. The Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR) has rolled out an open invitation for community input on a draft management plan for the Moanalua Section of the Honolulu Watershed Forest Reserve. And by open, we mean wide open — the kind of open where forest goers, next-door neighbors, and all other interested parties can swing by an open house event this Thursday night to weigh in.
According to the DLNR announcement, the town hall-style meet and greet will be held at Moanalua Middle School from 6 p.m. to 7:31 p.m., where officials and consultants will be available to answer questions and address concerns about the reserve’s future. Despite its importance as a green space for both people and wildlife, this is the first formal management plan for this part of the forest reserve, which spans from residential areas to the mountain ridges. It’s a significant part of Oahu’s natural heritage now under discussion.
For those who can't break away from the Netflix binge or the dinner plans to attend in person, the folks at DLNR are not leaving you behind. You've got until October 31, 2025, to channel your inner conservationist and send your thoughts, digital-style. Just hop onto MoanaluaManagementPlan.com, grab a copy of the draft (which promises an insightful read), and make your voice heard via the mystical world of submitted written comments.
